Barbara Louise Sullivan

With profound sadness, we mourn the loss of Barbara Louise Sullivan, affectionately called Louise to those closest to her and Ahma to her cherished grandchildren. She passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy of love that will endure for generations.

Louise was born on August 5, 1932, the only child to her beloved late parents, Harold "Red" and Eva Bennett Hobart, of Holbrook. From an early age, she had a talent and love of interior decorating. Although she never pursued a professional career in that field, she shared her insight and ideas with many who sought her input. After high school, she worked for American Girl Shoe in Boston where she met her future husband.

In 1955, Louise married Eugene Sullivan and raised a beautiful family of four children: the late Barbara Sullivan, Nancy Zuccarini and her husband Joe, Gene Sullivan and his wife Julie, and Leslie Browne and her husband Michael.

After spending her childhood years in Holbrook then living in Norwood and Sherborn, Louise and her family settled on Clapboardtree Street in Westwood in 1974, where they built a loving home filled with warmth and cherished memories. During her golden years, Louise was fortunate to live with her daughters and their families - Nancy in Medfield and later with Leslie in Walpole - where memories continued to be made.

Louise took great care in everything she did, always going the extra mile to ensure perfection and thoughtfulness. Whether it was adding a delicate bow to a gift, arranging flowers with precision, or crocheting a blanket for a baby on the way, she poured her heart into every detail. A talented baker, Louise was famous for her chocolate chip cookies, brownies and fudge. She was the original “Martha Stewart.”

Louise was a longtime member of the Westwood Evening Garden Club, where she formed many special friendships.

A lifelong and dedicated fan, Louise was the true #1 fan of the Boston Red Sox. Through the team's highs and lows, she remained steadfast in her support, cheering on her team with unwavering loyalty and passion for decades.

Louise’s greatest joy came from her family. She was a source of unwavering love and support for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, leaving an indelible mark on their lives that will be cherished always.

In addition to her living children, ‘Ahma’ will be immensely missed by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. JC Cocoris and his wife Elizabeth Arnold Cocoris, along with their children Elena and Natalie. Molly Zuccarini Bickerton and her husband Steve Bickerton, along with their daughter Charlotte Louise. Jamie Cocoris and his son William, Max Zuccarini and his fiance Amanda Aditays, Ryan Sullivan, Christopher Taggert, Caroline Louise Power, Jack Browne, Tommy Browne, and Shayla Sullivan.

Services from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD on Saturday May 11, 2024 at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 547 Washington Street, Norwood at 10:00. Visiting Hours in the Funeral Home on Friday May 10 from 4-8 PM. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Louise's memory to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215 or see jimmyfund.org/gift.